Barak Bushlands
Located in Eltham, Barak Bushlands is a peaceful open space and bushland reserve where visitors can enjoy native vegetation, creek-side views and access to the Diamond Creek Trail.
Barak Bushlands sits north of Main Road and south of Eltham High School, with Diamond Creek and the Diamond Creek Trail weaving through the area.
The reserve includes open grassy spaces, urban bushland and wetland areas that provide a natural setting for walking, relaxing and connecting with the local environment.
Cultural significance
Barak Bushlands is named after Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Ngurungaeta [leader], Uncle William Barak (beruk) who entered into the Dreaming in 1903.
Barak was an activist, leader, artist, diplomat and spokesman for his people. His legacy for Aboriginal rights and culture lives on in Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung descendants that have followed and in the wider public memory.
The reserve was officially named in 2004 as part of Nillumbik Shire Council’s commitment to reconciliation and to acknowledge the ongoing connection of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people to Country.
Environmental values
The Barak Bushlands reserve has been transformed from former farmland into a functioning wetland and urban bushland through many years of community care.
Volunteers, Council and local community groups have helped plant thousands of native trees, shrubs and grasses, improving habitat and supporting the health of Diamond Creek.
Dogs at Barak Bushlands
In off-leash areas, dogs must under effective control, which means your dog needs to stay within constant sight, and respond when you call.
Your dog must be on a leash within five metres of shared paths, and in the Barak Bushlands Reserve area.
Refer to the map for off leash and on leash areas.
Location
Falkiner Street, Eltham 3095 View map
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Falkiner Street ,
Eltham 3095
Falkiner Street ,
Eltham 3095
Barak Bushlands
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